DuPage Forest Preserve ranger David Sima joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe to talk about the flocks of wild turkeys that live in several forest preserves.

Wild Turkeys Roam Central DuPage County

DuPage Forest Preserve Naturalist Stephanie Touzalin joins WDCB's Brian O'Keefe for this week's 'Wildthings' segment to discuss baby whitetail deer and why you may find them laying quietly in prairies and woodlands throughout the DuPage Forest Preserve District.

You May Find Fawns Hiding In Plain Sight

This year is shaping up to see a higher that usual number of ticks in the the region. DuPage Forest Preserve Naturalist Stephanie Touzalin joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe to discuss those tiny, blood sucking arachnids that give people the willies.

It's Tick Season!

DuPage Forest Preserve naturalist Stephanie Touzalin and WDCB's Brian O'Keefe discuss some of the natural world's best, and worst fathers.

The Best (And Worst) Dads In The Natural World

DuPage Forest Preserve naturalist Abby Dean joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe for a discussion of Baltimore Orioles. She says the best way to find the bird is by listening for its melodic song

Bright Flashes of Orange in Local Trees

Dupage Forest Preserve District naturalist Abby Dean joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe for a discussion of fireflies. She says that blinking you see at dusk is sending an important message.

There's A Message In A Backyard Light Show

DuPage Forest Preserve naturalist Abby Dean joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe for this week's 'Wildthings' segment. Abby says there are historically significant buildings and bridges, and beautiful natural wonders at the property in eastern DuPage County.

Plenty To See & Do At Fullersburg Woods

DuPage Forest Preserve ranger Adam Carlson joined WDCB's Brian O'Keefe to discuss programs that are available for scout troops in the Forest Preserve District

Plenty of Options for Scouts in DuPage Forest Preserve District

DuPage Forest Preserve Ranger Adam Carlson and Brian O'Keefe discuss tracking in the district. He says it may be easier to track critters in the winter, but that doesn't mean you can't give it a try during the summer months as well.

You Don't Have To Wait For Snow To Try Tracking

WDCB's Brian O'Keefe and DuPage Forest Preserve Ranger Adam Carlson discuss the opportunities for careers in the district. Carlson says there are many options and you might be surprised at the access to the available jobs.

Ever Thought About Working In The Forest Preserve

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